Job Description

At Fastway Engineering, we are a small, energetic firm specializing in engineering simulation – a software tool that is used to reduce hardware product development costs. We offer training, consulting services, and most recently we are an Ansys (NASQ: ANSS) Channel Partner. Based out of Chicago, IL we bridge the gap between the physical and the virtual by being experts in the Product Development process and the Software workflows needed to innovate and stay competitive in today’s fast-paced world. Engineering and manufacturing firms of all shapes and sizes from Startups to many in the Fortune 100 trust us to advise them on how to enable their technical workforce and develop new products faster and for less R&D investment and overhead costs. At Fastway Engineering, we truly believe that Simulation makes Designers better Decision Makers.

Summary / Role Purpose

​The Mechanical Simulation Engineer plays a critical role in supporting our customers in the areas of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Multi-Body Dynamics (MBD). Also known as an Application Engineer (AE), this role is designed to work alongside the Business Development team to develop solutions for customers in the area of Computational Modeling and Mechanical Engineering by means of industry best practices. The successful AE exhibits proactive engagement with both potential and existing customers to deliver simulation solutions in the form of software licensing, technical consulting/training services. The AE is both an individual contributor and a team player, by being organized, self-motivated, highly communicative, and collaborative. In this dynamic, startup-esque organization, the AE’s short-term success will be rewarded with long term career growth opportunities. Reports to: Managing Director (Company Founder) Location: Midwest/Great Lakes Region, Chicagoland preferred

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide Mechanical Analysis (Structural & Thermal) Services to customers. Support sales and training efforts.
• Provide Technical Support to customers as needed (software deployment, licensing administrative, scripting/automation/customization, etc.).
• Researching and examining current and new Computational Physics Applications, Processes, and Technologies.
• Designing, building, and delivering Technical Demonstrations and Custom Training.
• Liaising with software suppliers for both pre- and post-deployment activities.
• Travel: 5 - 25%

Minimum Education/Certification Requirements and Experience

• Degree in Computing, Computer Science, Software/Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in an engineering and manufacturing environment.​
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven experience with Word Processing, Spreadsheet, and Database software.
• Proven experience with 3D CAD Modeling Software (CATIA, Creo, Inventor, NX, Solidworks, etc.).
• Proven experience with Structural CAE Software (Ansys preferred; Abaqus, Nastran, etc. acceptable).
• Mandatory Skills: Structural Statics & Dynamics (Shock/Vibe, Harmonics, PSD, etc.).
• Clear, concise, and effective communicator, and able to listen and take training/feedback with a positive approach.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Industry Hands-On Experience: Aerospace, Automotive, Electronics Manufacturing
• Desired Skills: Viscoelastic/Hyperelastic Material Modeling, Thermal Stress, Nonlinear Contact, Mechanism Design.
• Bonus Skills: Explicit/Drop/Crash, CFD/FSI/SPH, Electro-Mechanical coupling.
• Experience in Ansys Parametric Design Language (APDL), Python, C/C++, or other various Macro/Scripting languages a plus.
• Experience in Additive Manufacturing and Topology Optimization Algorithms is a plus.
• Well-organized, self-directed team player. ​
• Good time management and analytical skills.
• Prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans.

The successful applicant will be a self-motivated, technically curious professional looking to work in a hybrid work environment with limited supervision. We provide High Performance hardware, including dedicated access to Workstations/Servers/Cloud as needed and lifelong training in any CAD/CAE software that we support. At Fastway, our clients depend on us as the “trusted advisor” when it comes to simulation and HPC expertise, advice, and mentorship. We strive to be a quick-response resource, while maintaining a realistic work/life balance. In short: We work hard so we can play hard.

Compensation

Salary commensurate with experience. Fastway Engineering does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicited referral will become the property of Fastway Engineering. Upon hire, no fee will be owed to the agency or entity.